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A two story brick building flanked by large live oak trees

Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

National Historical Park

South Carolina

Free entry

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The Reconstruction era,1861-1900 the historic period in which the United States grappled with the question of how to integrate millions of newly freed African Americans into social, political, economic, and labor systems, was a time of significant transformation. The people, places, and events in Beaufort County, South Carolina, reflect on the most important issues of this tumultuous time period.

Activities

Guided ToursHikingJunior Ranger ProgramShoppingSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingBookstore and Park Store

Topics

African American HeritageMilitaryReconstructionSocial MovementsCivil Rights

No entrance fee.

Hours

The park grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset. In addition, the park maintains several visitor centers and contact stations throughout the region.

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Things to do

Visit the Frontlines of Freedom Exhibit

Explore the Lay of the Land Exhibit

Birding on the Capers Creek Trail

Join a Ranger Program at Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

Hike the Capers Creek Trail

Become a Junior Ranger at Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

Become A B.A.R.K. Ranger at Reconstruction Era National Historical Park

Visitor centers

Darrah Hall

Pinckney-Porter's Chapel Visitor Contact Station

Reconstruction Era National Historical Park Visitor Center

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